Reading this was like highly concentrated crack for the libertarian-minded nut job. Seeing all of the reasons for limited government illustrated with supporting facts all wrapped into a nice package made my head want to a splode.
It was too indulgent. We all must remember...
He who knows only his own side of the case, knows little of that. -John Stuart MillNot that I know nothing of socialism. But, I must find the equivalent socialist text...one that aims to completely blow free market libertarianism out of the water. If you know of one, please send it my direction. Please! Right now I am almost convinced that the cooperation of government and big business is indeed the root of all evil. Prove me wrong.
Yes, I have already read "The Communist Manifesto." I understand the necessity for positive liberty in some cases including things like roads, dispute resolution, and yes, even (and especially) health care. But, these must be the exception rather than the rule. Why? Because government has nothing. Goods and services are ripped away from the people and redistributed by bureaucrats according to need. Unless we all require the same need for that particular thing, its called stealing.
Should we all be content drinking soda sweetened with corn syrup because the tiny population of well-connected sugar interests are protected by the US government? This sort of thing is what shapes the world we live in. What happens to the majority of us who are not well-connected? We end up slaves for those who are. Is that okay with you? Read the book and tell me why Ron Paul is a nut case so I can live in peace!
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